Freda’s The Bathurst fashion institution has put its entire spring line on sale for up to 60 per cent off. Look for gorgeous dresses from Tadashi and Nicole Miller at half price. Until August 1. 86 Bathurst St., 416-703-0304, fredas.com.
Holt Renfrew The annual designer sale has arrived; a selection of men’s and women’s spring clothing and accessories has been reduced by up to 40 per cent. Until June 18. 50 Bloor St. W., 416-922-2333; plus two other GTA locations, holtrenfrew.com.
Jacflash It’s not often that new store stock is included in a sale, but at this Father’s Day promotion, buy one item from the store’s new arrivals (including womenswear) and get a second item at 50 per cent off.
Until June 21. 1036 Queen St. W., 416-516-8766, jacflash.net.
M0851 sample sale Time to buy a new purse? The Montreal label known for its Canadian-made leather goods is hosting its annual Toronto sample sale. Discounts of up to 70 per cent can be had on all leather bags, as well as menswear and womenswear. June 19 to 21. 23 St. Thomas St., 416-920-4001,m0851.com.
Over the Rainbow Print out this coupon and receive $30 off any purchase worth $100 or more at the famed denim boutique. Until June 30. 101 Yorkville Ave., 416-967-7448, rainbowjeans.com.
Pure and Simple This June, the homegrown skin care specialist is offering discounts on deep pore facials ($75 instead of $99), as well as 20 per cent off Pure and Simple masks and 25 per cent off PureMan men’s products (hint, hint, Father’s Day shoppers). To June 30. Four GTA locations, pureandsimple.ca.
Sydney’s ’Tis the season of summer sales. Here, shoppers save up to 60 per cent off men’s clothing and accessories. Brands include Dries Van Noten, Sabatino and Raf Simons. 795 Queen St. W., 416-603-3369, shopsydneys.com.
Think Twice
All items at the designer-heavy Mississauga consignment shop are discounted 25 per cent for the June Stimulus Sale, including such new arrivals as Prada dresses and a Missoni wrap cardigan. Jewellery is not included in the sale. Until June 30. 1679 Lakeshore Rd., Mississauga, 905-823-2233, thinktwiceinc.net.
Amarynth The Yorkville lighting store, which specializes in glass and exclusive Venetian pieces, is offering 40 per cent off Murano glass accessories and lighting. Until June 30. 161 Cumberland St., 416-515-9191, amarynth.com.
One Twenty Modern All Nani Marquina rugs (known for bold patterns and rich textures) are on sale: new orders are 20 per cent off; floor models are 30 per cent off. Until July 5. 120 Ossington Ave., 416-537-4400, onetwentymodern.com.
Quasi Modo Modern
Modernists, take note: new Kartell items (like these iconic Philippe Starck chairs) are 20 per cent off, and scratched pieces are 50 per cent off. Also, all Herman Miller products are 30 per cent off. Until July 5. 789 Queen St. W., 416-703-8300, quasimodomodern.com.
Bayview Village Sidewalk Sale The semi-annual sale begins on Wednesday. Participating retailers include Nine West, Rudsak, Brian Bailey, Davids and Browns. July 15 to 19. Bayview Village, 2901 Bayview Ave., 416-226-0404, bayviewvillageshops.com.
Miss Rowe Customization Event
Fans of Ashley Rowe’s sassy line can book an appointment to create their own Miss Rowe piece. Choose a fabric (leather, cotton, silk, suede) and a style from the spring 2009 line (bustiers, bustier dresses, A-line tops and A-line dresses), and the designer will create a piece tailored to the wearer ($225–$525). Appointments are available 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; to schedule, e-mail rsvp@missrowe.com. June 20. Toronto Fashion Incubator, 285 Manitoba Dr., 416-948-7693, missrowe.com.
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